Local Voices

OHSU finds an increasing number of pregnant individuals are using opioids, and the health impacts that's having.  Multnomah County's burglary task force is making more arrests.  Tax season is almost here and signing up with Oregon Revenue Online can help.  Plus, how to keep those New Year's resolutions.

Oregon's online voter registration system has changed.  Don't fall victim to a financial scam.  How music affects us.

A study at OHSU has found a link between development of a child's brain and air pollution.  Oregon sues the federal government to save a consumer watchdog agency.  An Oregon Court of Appeals ruling is preventing district attorneys from filing charges that could protect children from dangerous drug situations at home.  Protecting yourself from flu and Covid.  How to talk with older relatives about...

The Domicile Unknown Report details how homeless people in Multnomah County died and how those deaths could have been prevented.  The Oregon Legislature will examine a bill next year concerning Automated License Plate Reader technology and how the data is accessed.

The Light the World Giving Machines from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are returning to Washington Square Mall to make giving to local organizations this holiday season easy.  The Red Cross has tips that can reduce fire danger during the holidays.

Heretic Coffee' SNAP Breakfast.  Multnomah County's District Attorney is strengthening the drug deflection program.  The Oregon Health Authority wants you to Rethink the Drink.  How to safely charge lithium-ion batteries.

Oregon's 988 service is available all the time to help people Connect to Hope.  The Portland Sunshine Division works year-round, and especially during the holidays, to keep people fed.

The 47 Elks lodges across Oregon are helping their local communities.  Toys with artificial intelligence need special attention from parents.  Multnomah County is launching a new effort to stop business burglaries.

There are some credits available for health insurance on the marketplace.  Oregon Senator Ron Wyden says the fight for more health insurance credits isn't over.  The holidays are a time to talk with older adults about what's next.  The effort to send the Oregon Transportation Law to voters.

Portland's Singing Christmas Tree returns to create holiday memories.  ODOT is urging drivers and passengers to buckle-up for safety. Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield discusses the case they presented to the U.S. Supreme Court against President Trump's tariffs. Oregon State Parks is making more changes to help cover a $14 million budget gap.

OHSU is working to expand rural health care.  Lithium-ion batteries are a fire risk in your home. The "2025 State of the Climate Report, a planet on the brink."

Portland Police have a pilot program using drones as a first responder.  More people are becoming victims of the 'Gold Bar Scam.'  Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue installs the Haas system to alert you when their fire rigs are coming.

The Great Shakeout is a reminder to prepare for a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake, and here are some things to do.  The Oregon Humane Society is helping to shape veterinary social work nationwide.

The Children's Cancer Association's JoyRX programs are helping kids smile during a difficult and scary time, and they can use your help.  If you have chickens, ducks, or geese there are steps you should take this time of year to protect them from bird flu.  Gambling is on the rise among college students and the Oregon Health Authority has tips for parents.  It's been five years since the Labor Day...

The Red Cross has tips for Fire Prevention and Safety week to keep you and your family safe.  The Port of Portland will have a new operator for Terminal 6 which is important to the Northwest's economy.  Tips to keep your house from being damaged by fall and winter weather.

The Toyota Fill The Truck Food Drive has helped stock the shelves of the Oregon Food Bank at a time when the demand for food is growing.  Union Gospel Mission has opened Angela's House.  If you have ash trees, here's what you need to know about the emerald ash borer.

Everyone should have an emergency water supply.  Learn how much and how to do it safely.  The Oregon Health Authority has released recommendations for COVID, Influenza and RSV vaccinations.

The Oregon Consumer Privacy Act allows you to know what businesses know about you.  Putting equity in the Oregon Climate Protection Program.  The effect of city noise on your health.

FOx 12's Hunger Free Project needs your help.  What will the West Coast Health Alliance do? SOLVE opens registration for the Fall Beach and Riverside Cleanups. Protecting your home from wildfire. Oregon could get a new wildlife area in the northeastern part of the state.

Oregon DEQ has a plan to deal with PFAS forever chemicals.  Oregon is adding child care and reducing child care deserts.  The PDX Airport project is getting closer to its end.  AAA studied Traffic Jam Assistance Technology and found it doesn't always work.

The Regional Water Providers Consortium has water saving tips.  The Red Cross honors a hero lifesaver.  Oregon is joining other states in a lawsuit to maintain funding for organizations that help victims of crime.

Portland Parks and Rec has a great program for kids that gives them fun things to do along with a lunch.  The Sunshine Division will soon have a permanent headquaters and warehouse.  The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute receives a $2 billion donation from Phil and Penny Knight.

The Oregon State Fair will be a foody's delight this year.  Fire danger remains high in Oregon and the Oregon Department of Forestry has new air attack resources.  Oregon's Governor marked the signing of four bills to improve behavioral health in the state. 

Oregon's mattress recycling program is growing.  Small watercraft in Oregon need a new permit next year.  PGE opens its network of wildfire monitoring cameras.  Rates are going up at Oregon State Parks.  Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signs several bills to increase housing affordability.

Oregon's 988 service is available to everyone in the state with mental health concerns.  Oregon's Student Loan Ombuds is ready to help guide students through complex issues of student loans.  Are you aware of the gold bar scam and how people are losing hundreds of thousands of dollars to it?  Oregon State Parks needs your advice on its future.